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Hello everyone!

My name is Jon Wishnie, and I’m excited to introduce myself as the new Climate Justice Partnerships Organizer at 350 Mass!

A bit of background on myself: A lifelong Massachusetts dweller, I grew up in Newton before attending college in the Pioneer Valley. I studied government at Smith College, while spending much of my time learning community organizing and radical education at UMass Amherst with the UMass Alliance for Community Transformation (UACT).

After graduating, I moved back to Boston and have been involved in organizing across many different issues and campaigns, most recently doing climate justice work with the incredible youth of the Boston Student Advisory Council/Youth on Board. I also recently completed the JOIN for Justice Jewish Organizing Fellowship, where I continued to build both my skills as an organizer and my connections to communities in the area.

These experiences have led me to understand that it is impossible to fight climate change without fighting injustice and systemic oppression in all its forms. For me, that means following the leadership of communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis.

I’m so excited to dive into this work with all of you--starting with Charlie’s Climate Catastrophe tour ([link removed]) in late September. Feel free to reach out before then to say hello!

In solidarity,
Jon Wishnie


** Charlie's Climate Catastrophe Tour
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The week after the Global Climate Strike, we are taking our Gov. Charlie Baker puppet on tour, to all the gas leaks, compressor stations, and train stations that he's never visited.

Host a stop on the tour! - We all know that Charlie Baker is a climate failure. We need your help to expose him. Host an event in your community - a movie screening about the Merrimack Valley Gas Explosions, a rally near the biggest gas leak in town, or something else. Create your event here ([link removed]) and we'll help you do outreach. Contact [email protected] with any questions!

Charlie's Trip to Weymouth - We are kicking off Charlie's Climate Catastrophe Tour with a march to a place where Baker's never been. Join us as we take our Charlie Baker puppet from the State House to the proposed site of the dangerous compressor station in Weymouth! RSVP here ([link removed]) . Interested in planning, sign up here ([link removed]) . Sun, Sep 22.


** Other 350 Mass News
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DPU Hearing for Boston Community Choice Energy: The City of Boston wants to use its large purchasing power to buy clean energy for all residents. Please join us to show your support for Boston's Community Choice Energy program. See the Facebook event. ([link removed]) TODAY, Tue, Aug 20, 2-4pm, One South Station 5th floor, Boston.

Green New Deal Town Hall - Framingham: Join Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Katherine Clark for a discussion on the Green New Deal resolution and climate action. More details here. ([link removed]) TOMORROW, Wed, Aug 21, 6:30-8pm, Framingham High School, 115 A St, Framingham.

Candidate Forum on Energy and the Environment—Boston City Council District 9: Come hear from Jonathan Allen, Brandon Bowser, Liz Breadon, Craig Cashman, Dan Daly, Lee Nave, and Amanda Smart. Thu, Sep 12, 6-8 pm, Brighton Allston Congregational Church, UCC, 404 Washington St, Boston.

Next Transportation Working Group Meeting: Mark your calendars! As usual, we'll have dinner, and you can call in via zoom. Thu, Sep 19, 5:45-8 pm, Cambridge Cohousing, 175 Richdale Ave (near Porter Sq).

Honk Festival: Lets march together in the Honk Parade October 13th!All nodes are invited to join together and march under the 350 Mass banner. Please send your nodes suggestions on parade activities and desire to participate to More information coming! Sun, Oct 13, Porter Square, Somerville.

Franklin 2050: The Climate Crisis: Join the 350 Mass Greater Franklin node for a free educational forum on the Climate Crisis: its challenges, causes, effects and policy implications. More details and RSVP here ([link removed]) . Thu, Oct 17, 7-9pm, Elks Lodge #2136, 1077 Pond Street, Franklin

Make a video to support the Climate Strike: School strikers are calling on youth, parents, and all concerned citizens to join the September 20 Climate Strike and the week of action that follows. Adults will stand in solidarity with youth to ensure a just and livable future for all. Create a short video about why you're striking, why you care about the climate crisis, and why it's personal to your life! See the first video here ([link removed][0]=68.ARBkVA1M_bDKXvXwVupdCXkfPns6Xm6_nikvCs8Pl5zSaGJq4hk_vwT0hVcXoOnaHwNqzKw5MCqB75J5RtJGDKKKvIuYm-tIHSg8mzmu-7CGwj8Eh4AVLqqTkgecEtfQ2dKHDgdtfCf0HgdxHe3lQV25lUTUKQ94qWaSXk9ooMyFfE-amJGWDWfCCX7eAaYlnfGtsaaey9XvyNoOcUeoIn0zcVhhf-Fd13P6XpSwd8Xl4IZgnk3WIuaqzrcvYQ7QCtYyEYc4K-ozA_MTFX9oCcLBcSQyA8ZichfvCPRhRwCXe8ODn99K6kdhDAcWZ_4Y3231ZTyEDIWjykdR_WPxG8uaGGgJfF5-QzqfBECh&__tn__=-R) . Instructions here ([link removed]) .
Upload videos here ([link removed]) .

Write a Letter to the Editor: 350 Mass members write lots of letters to the editor, many of which get published! Here are some recent letters:
* Worcester Telegram: Burning more fossil fuels has no place in addressing climate crisis ([link removed])
* Cape Cod Times: Vineyard Wind must proceed without delay ([link removed])
* South Coast Today: Wind farms provide opportunity for safer energy future ([link removed])

Want to join the team? Email Vignesh Ramachandran (mailto:[email protected]) to find out more!


** Other Climate Movement News
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Transportation and Climate Community Engagement Workshop: Interested in the intersection between transportation and climate? Learn how northeastern states are working together to develop a regional policy to fight climate change and improve transportation. Facebook event here ([link removed]) . RSVP here ([link removed]) . Thu, Aug 22, 6-8pm, Bristol Community College, Building G – Atrium, 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River.

Cooling the Climate Mess: Join Biodiversity for a Livable Climate and Walter Jehne, an internationally known Australian soil microbiologist and climate scientist, for a talk on how soil and biodiversity are essential to cooling our planet! More info and RSVP here ([link removed]) . Mon, Aug 26, 6:30-8:30pm, Cambridge Public Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge.

Brokenheartedness, Despair and Empowerment Practices for Climate Activists: Climate activists face fear, anger, sadness, and despair. This afternoon gathering will be a place to bring our broken hearts, to hold them in compassion, and to source healing and energy to go forward. Led by activists and facilitators of the Work That Reconnects ([link removed]) . Free. Sun, Aug 25, 2-5 pm, Old Cambridge Baptist Church, 1151 Mass Ave, Harvard Sq, Cambridge.

Women of Cancer Alley Film and Discussion: The Women of Cancer Alley is a first-ever collection of films made by women who live adjacent to chemical plants, tank farms and refineries along the Mississippi River in south Louisiana. More info and RSVP here ([link removed]) . Wed, Sep 18, 7pm, Hitchcock Center for the Environment, 845 West Street, Amherst.

Support Vineyard Wind: Call the Federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to not delay issuing permits for Vineyard Wind! BOEM announced that it will take more time to review Vineyard Wind’s 84-turbine wind farm, which would delay the permit for Vineyard Wind to begin construction of the 800 Megawatt offshore wind generation farm.That means that Vineyard Wind would miss the deadline to qualify for the generous 24 percent tax credit threatening the project's financing. Call or email Stephen Boutwell,


** Solidarity Opportunities
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Petition to Support United Houma Nation: Sign this petition for federal recognition for the United Houma Nation. Due to lack of recognition, they can't directly access to federal resources or get support. These signatures are coordinated with the Principal Chief on the tribe’s annual trip to visit DC decision-makers who have the power to approve the almost 40 year pending petition. Sign the petition here ([link removed] ) .
Is this newsletter a helpful resource? Help us make it possible by donating ([link removed]) today!


** About Better Future Project and 350 Mass
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Better Future Project (BFP) ([link removed]) builds grassroots power to advance a rapid transition beyond fossil fuels. 350 Mass ([link removed]) is Better Future Project's volunteer-led climate action network.

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Questions? Email Alan Palm, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Upcoming Node Meetings
All are welcome!

Allston-Brighton
Mon, Aug 26, 6-7:30 pm
Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center
123 Antwerp St, Allston

Berkshires
Wed, Aug 21, 6-8 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church
175 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield

Boston
Tue, Sep 10, 7-8:30 pm
First Church in Jamaica Plain
6 Eliot St, Jamaica Plain

Cambridge-Somerville
Tue, Aug 20, 6:30-8:30 pm (orientation for new members at 6 pm)
First Church Cambridge
11 Garden St, Cambridge
Cape Cod
Thu, Aug 22, 7-8:30 pm
Sturgis Library
3090 Main St, Barnstable

Greater Franklin
Thu, Sep 5, 7-9 pm
First Universalist Society in Franklin
262 Chestnut St, Franklin

Lowell
Wed, Aug 21, 7-8:30 pm
Mill No. 5
250 Jackson St, Lowell

MetroNorth
Wed, Aug 28, noon-1:30 pm
Unitarian Church
478 Main St, Winchester

MetroWest
Backyard Potluck Social for Current & Potential Members, Partners, & Allies
Thu, Aug 24, 3-7 pm
For location, email Debbie ([link removed])

Mystic
Tue, Sep 10, 7-8:30 pm
Medford High School, Rm V220
489 Winthrop St, Medford

Newton
Tue, Aug 20, 7-9 pm
First Unitarian Society in Newton
1326 Washington St, Newton

North Shore
Tue, Sep 3, 4:30-6 pm (potluck from 6-8:30pm!)
Pagoda at Salem Willows
165 Fort Ave, Salem

South Coast
Tue, Aug 27, 7-8:30 pm
First Parish Church in Taunton
76 Church Green, Taunton

South Shore
Tue, Aug 20, 7:30-9:30 pm
Old Ship Church Parish House
107 Main St, Hingham

Upper Charles
Mon, Aug 26, 7-9 pm
Sherborn UU
11 Washington St, Sherborn

Watertown
Sun, Sep 1, 4:15-6 pm
The Residence at Watertown Square
20 Summer St, Watertown

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